2027 Graduate Civil Engineer (Rail & Transit)
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Railway engineering is one of the most important ways AECOM delivers a better world - we work on huge, complex and challenging railway infrastructure projects that increase urban and inter-city mobility for millions of people. We are looking for a Graduate Civil Engineer who is a team player and an open thinker, and who wants to contribute to some of the biggest challenges in transportation infrastructure. How you'll make a difference: Plan, design and engineer rail infrastructure to support rail operations Support in developing new corridors, expanding current ones and exploring ways to enhance shared use of limited transportation corridors among freight, transit and commuter rail. Analyse and calculate components to support the technical deliverables. Contribute to the multidisciplinary engineering and design teams by applying your knowledge and skills including 'soft' skills. What our Graduate Program offers: Graduate Introduction: Kickstart connections with peers and leaders. Essential Consulting Skills: Master core consulting skills from day one. Networking and Learning: Grow your network and industry know-how. Mentoring and Career Support: Receive guidance from experienced professionals. Learning from Experts: Learn directly from industry leaders and specialists. Flexible Work Options: Work in a way that fits your life and wellbeing. Career Pathways: Get support to progress and step confidently into your next role. For more information, visit our Early Careers website. Graduate Attributes: We're seeking graduates with strong communication and teamwork skills, a proactive and adaptable mindset, and a commitment to professionalism and integrity. Bachelor's Degree: You must be in your final year or completed a Bachelor's or Postgraduate degree in Civil Engineering or any related discipline. Graduate Year: You must have completed your studies and have graduated before starting the program. Commencement: You must be able to commence work by February 2027. We are open to mid-year finishers who are able to commence by July 2027. Working Rights: You must have full working rights to work in Australia or New Zealand before applying. We do accept candidates with student and graduate visas. Our Recruitment Process: Submit Your Application: Complete the job application, uploading your resume, cover letter and the latest copy of your academic transcripts as one single document. Online Assessment: Complete our global online strength-based assessment. Phone Screen: You may be invited to a phone screen with our Early Careers Recruitment team. Interview: Attend a face-to-face interview at your local office. Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. What sets us apart? We are the trusted global infrastructure leader. Across the globe, we partner with our clients in the public and private sectors to solve their most complex challenges, pioneer innovative solutions and deliver a better world. Our reputation is recognised globally. We are named the world's top design firm and ranked #1 in Transportation, General Building, and Environmental Engineering by Engineering News-Record in 2025. We are also honoured to be listed among Fortune's "World's Most Admired Companies" for the twelfth consecutive year and recognised as one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for our commitment to integrity and creating positive impact. Ready to push the limits of what's possible? We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know. Learn more about life at AECOM: LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , X , YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more. At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders - past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/. About AECOM AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects